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Does licorice help raise cortisol?
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Physiologically, Yes: By inhibition of the enzyme 11β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase (type 2) and subsequent increase in activity of cortisol on the kidney. 11β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase normally inactivates cortisol in the kidney; thus, liquorice's inhibition of this enzyme makes the concentration of cortisol appear to increase.
Answered 11/16/2011
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No: Would not use them. Some licorice can mimic mineralocorticoids and cause a different complex problem. Take care
Answered 6/14/2015
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